Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Fusidic Acid
Drug Class
Antibiotics For Topical Use
Chemical Class
Fusidane
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
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Uses
Fusidic Acid is an antibiotic that is often used topically in creams and eyedrops, but may also be given systemically as tablets or injec...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Fusidane
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antibiotics pharmacological group
Fusidic Acid also known as Sodium fusidate. It is of Semi Synthetic origin and belongs to Fusidane. It belongs to Antibacterial (Proteins synthesis inhibitor) pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antibiotics pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Fusidic Acid is 516.70. Its pKa is 5.35.
How to Take It
1
Adult · Ophthalmic
0.5 mg — 12 hourly
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2
Adult · Ophthalmic
1 % — 6 hourly
drops.
3
Adult · PO, IV
500 mg — 8 hourly
4
Adult · Topical
2 % — 8 hourly
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5
Child · Opthalmic
1 % — 12 hourly
For Paeds of all ages
6
Child · Oral
25 mg/kg — 8 hourly
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7
Child · Slow IV
6 to 7 mg/kg — 8 hourly
Over 6 Hours
Safety Alerts
Fusidic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Hepatic failure, Hypersensitivity
Important Warnings
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes, long term therapy should be avoided particularly in infant and children
Side Effects
Skin reactionburning sensationLocal irritation
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Fusidic Acid was found.
Storage
Eye Oint Store in a well closed container, at room temperature, Below 25°C.
Price Intelligence
Rs 405.7
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 405.7 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
ServaidRs 356.5
DVAGORs 405.7
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Fusidic Acid, and what they are not.You pay Rs 231 more than the cheapest equivalent
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Rs 396.16Rs 396.16/unit
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